Carrollton City Schools * 106 Trojan Drive * Carrollton, GA 30117 * November 30 , 2018
A performance worthy of Hollywood attention

Another Carrollton Trojan Band trip is now in the books! Band members, the staff, and parents all had a great time, adding to the legacy of memorable band trips spanning three generations. The 87th Hollywood, Calif., Christmas Parade performance wasn't the only focus of the trip as plenty of sightseeing and other activities kept these Trojans busy. Read the Trojan Band website for details of the trip. And mark your calendars for Friday, Dec. 14, at 8 p.m. to watch the two-hour parade on the CW Network.
CJHS RANKED #3 IN STATE
District recognized for exceptional teachers
Earlier this school year, Niche.com announced its overall assessments of school systems across the nation, with Carrollton City Schools ranking as the eighth best public school district in Georgia. A deeper look at the organization's research also reveals its review of districts in six specific categories, including which schools have the best teachers - a known component that reflects educational quality. Carrollton City Schools posted strong results in this segment as well, earning a rating of ninth best statewide.

Individually, Carrollton Junior High School took the top spot in the district by placing third in the state of 520 ranked middle schools. Carrollton Middle School placed 27th and Carrollton Elementary at 100th among 1,234 ranked elementary schools, and Carrollton High School placed 103rd out of 413 ranked high schools.

"It goes without saying quality teachers are critical to our mission to provide an exceptional education at Carrollton City Schools," said Dr. Mark Albertus, superintendent. "It is especially gratifying to see Carrollton Junior High receive such a high ranking, which means the school's focus on success for all students, coupled with positive reviews from stakeholders, makes a difference." MORE
State champions on parade

Carrollton Middle School, pictured, and Carrollton Elementary honored your back-to-back State Champion Trojan Cheerleaders Friday morning. As the cheerleaders paraded through the schools, students lined the halls and shared posters of congratulations to celebrate the team's seventh state title.
Author donates 'Ghost' to CJHS via Horton's Books

Dorothy Pittman, owner of  Horton's Books & Gifts, presented 48 copies of "Ghost," a novel by award-winning author Jason Reynolds, to Carrollton Junior High School's media center. Pittman said in honor of Small Business Saturday held Nov. 24, Reynolds donated 20,000 copies of his books to stores across the country to be shared with students in their communities.  Pictured are Cathy Lawrence, CJHS media specialist; Pittman; Travis Thomaston, CJHS principal; and students from Lawrence's CJHS Book Club.
CES Performing Arts Club presents 'Christmas in Oz'

Tuesday night, the CES Performing Arts Club spread joy to all through the musical "Christmas in Oz" at the Mabry Center for the Arts. The club has grown in popularity with dozens of students honing their performance skills early on. Between this opportunity and the CES Performing Arts Academy program, Carrollton City Schools can be assured exceptional talent will cross the stage at CMS, CJHS and eventually Carrollton High School thanks to our impressive feeder system. And don't worry if you missed this holiday special - there are still several more performances from all the schools scheduled to get you in the Christmas spirit: https://goo.gl/vnHygw.
CES Citizenship Academy holds food drive

Students in Carrollton Elementary School's Citizenship Academy have been learning about community and what it means to be a great citizen. They are requesting friends and families take the time to give back this holiday season by sending in canned and other non-perishable food items. The academy students will be collecting items until Dec. 14. If you would like to donate, please drop off items at the school or if you need more information, phone 770-832-2120. The CJHS BROTHER mentoring program is also collecting non-perishable food donations through Dec. 14 for those who would like to contribute to this effort. Call CJHS at 770-832-6535 for more information.
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